Senior Administrative Officer
Senior Administrative Officer
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Job Description
Senior Administrative Officer - salary range 41500 nego Reports to: School Business Manager / Deputy Business Manager
Line Management: Welfare & Attendance Assistant
Grade: Scale 6 (Points 1820) Subject to evaluation
Working Hours: 35 hours/week 43 weeks/year (TTO 3 weeks)
No sponsorship provided
Right to work in UK
DBS check
Tasks
Administrative Leadership:
Oversee daily office operations support SLT and staff manage internal/external communications and maintain accurate MIS records (e.g. SIMS).
Admissions & Records:
Manage all admissions processes update SIMS for new starters and leavers and handle records transfer and end-of-year data tasks.
Attendance Monitoring:
Track daily attendance follow up on absences liaise with families and external agencies and support improvement strategies.
First Aid & Welfare:
Lead on first aid provision administer medication manage medical records/supplies and respond to emergencies as needed.
Stakeholder Communication:
Act as front-of-house contact for parents and visitors liaise with staff and external agencies and provide parent support where required.
General Office Duties:
Coordinate data returns (e.g. census) manage reports and assessments oversee ParentPay and staff absence and support diary/meeting logistics.
Safeguarding & Compliance:
Follow safeguarding procedures maintain confidentiality and complete required training and supervision.
Requirements
Essential Criteria:
- Must hold Level 3 qualifications in English and Maths.
- Willingness to undertake further training as required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates professional integrity.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office and SIMS.
- Able to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.
- Has a clear understanding of safeguarding within an educational setting.
- Must hold a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
Desirable Criteria:
- Previous experience in a school administrative role.
- Prior experience working in an office environment.
- Experience related to pupil welfare or attendance.
- Additional knowledge or training in safeguarding in education.
Employment Type
Full Time
